Learn how to make thin crust pizza dough from scratch with this easy and delicious recipe. This homemade dough is thin yet chewy, and it's the perfect base for your favorite pizza toppings. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can enjoy a homemade thin crust pizza that rivals your favorite pizzeria.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix the ingredients until a dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to the highest temperature it can reach (usually around 500°F or 260°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin circle or rectangle, depending on your preferred pizza shape.
- Transfer the rolled dough onto a baking sheet or a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal.
- Add your favorite pizza toppings and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
